Interim Controller

Interim Controller Needed – Chicago / West Loop Hybrid

Tatum is seeking a strong Interim Controller for a mid-market, PE-owned technology/services company in Chicago.

This is an urgent 2–3 month engagement with a target start as soon as possible. The role is hybrid, with the expectation of being onsite in the West Loop approximately 2–4 days per week.

Local Chicago-area candidates only. No travel-in candidates for this engagement.

The client needs a hands-on Controller who can step in quickly, absorb knowledge from the outgoing Controller, keep the accounting function moving, and support the organization through a period of transition and acquisition-related change.

• Hands-on Interim Controller or Controller-level experience
• Month-end close ownership
• Financial reporting and reconciliations
• Team oversight and process management
• Audit readiness and documentation support
• Experience in a PE-owned, mid-market, or fast-changing environment
• Ability to start quickly and work onsite in Chicago’s West Loop 2–4 days/week

• Acquisition or M&A support experience
• Cash forecasting experience
• MD&A support, including COGS analysis
• Experience with technology/services businesses
• Sage Intacct exposure or implementation/transition experience

Target pay rate: $100–$115/hour, depending on experience and fit. If your required rate is above this range, please include that rate in your response along with a clear summary of how you meet the required and preferred criteria. There may be some flexibility for an exceptionally aligned candidate, but only candidates who provide this detail will be considered above range.